Kia Optima Hybrid: Suspension System / Special Service Tools
| Special Service Tools |
| Tool Name / Number | Illustration | Description |
| Lower arm ball joint remover 0K545-A9100 |
| Removal of front lower arm from front axle |
| Personal Protective Equipment |
| Name | Illustration | Description |
| Insulation glove |
| Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components [Insulation performance : 1000V / 300A or above] |
| Insulation shoes |
| Used when inspecting or working on the high voltage components |
| Insulation clothes |
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| Insulation helmet |
| |
| Safety glasses |
| Used in the case below • During Removal & installation or inspection of the high voltage battery terminals or wiring, which spark might happen. • During working on the high voltage battery pack assembly. |
| Face shield |
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| Insulation mat |
| Putting the removed high voltage components on the insulation mat to prevent safety accidents. |
| Insulation sheet |
| Covering
the high voltage components with insulation sheet to prevent people who
don’t wear the personal protective equipment from safety accidents. |
Specifications
Specifications Front Suspension ItemSpecificationSuspension typeMacPherson StrutShock absorberTypeHPD (High Performance Damper)Coil springFree Height [I.D. color]299.5mm (11.79 in.) [White - Yellow] Rear ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Vehicle inspection SYMPTOM CHART SymptomSuspect AreaRemedy (See page)Squeak or grunt-noise from the front suspension, occurs more in cold ambient temperatures-more noticeable over rough ...
Other information:
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Specifications
Specification EngineT/MJoint typeMax. permissible angleOuterInnerOuterInnerGasoline 2.4M/TBJ#95TJ#9545°21°A/TBJ#95TJ#9545°21° Tightening torque ItemN.mkgf.mIb.ftFrontWheel nut88.2 ~ 107.89.0 ~ 11.065.0 ~ 79.5Driveshaft castle nut215.7 ~ 254.922.0 ~ 26.0159.1 ~ 188.0Strut assembly lower mounting bolt156.9 ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Front Seat Repair procedures
Replaccement Seat Assembly Replacement 1. Remove the seat track mounting cover. 2. After loosening the seat assembly mounting bolts, remove the seat assembly (A). Tightening torque : 49.0 ~ 63.7N.m (5.0 ~ 6.5kgf.m, 36.2~47.0lb-ft) 3. Disconnect the power seat (A) and airbag (B) connectors. [Driver''s] ...